Stars are fireballs in the sky. They have fascinated humans since the beginning of time. Each one has a place of its own in the night sky. They have helped guide and direct human travel... and they help us find our way in the dark.
Our little blue planet takes light and heat from the star we know as the sun. The Son, Jesus, is referred to as "The Light of the World." His life, light, and warmth changes lives. In the past, in the present, and in the days to come... His light guides us and gives us life.
"The same God that placed that star in a precise orbit millennia before it appeared over Bethlehem in celebration of the birth of the babe has given at least equal attention to placement of each of us in precise human orbits so that we may, if we will, illuminate the landscape of our individual lives, so that our light may not only lead others, but warm them as well." - N. A. Maxwell
The royal astrologers from the east asked this questions of Herod:
“Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw his star as it rose, and we have come to worship him.” -Luke 2:2
They saw the star and recognized it as special. They followed it, expecting a royal baby to live in a palace. They knew the prophecy and the stars. They followed the star and made their way to find the newborn King.
The magi did not mean to incite Herod's anger, but wisely recognized it. They did not return to tell King Herod where they found the baby. They would surely return home with an adventure story to tell.
The wonders of the night sky never cease to create wonder, amazement, and joy. To think our God knows their number and can call them by name without one missing or being left out makes me smile.
There are so many stars... and then there is "His star."
Today, I am grateful for the star.
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